Cannabis Retail Associate

Renew Cannabis Co.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Renew Cannabis Co. is seeking a Dispensary Associate to guide guests in selecting medical cannabis, provide education on products, and ensure a positive, empowering customer experience from entry to purchase.

You will verify patient IDs with Metrc, check in with the POS, educate on dosing and product types, and maintain labeling and HIPAA confidentiality while staying compliant with state regulations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and able to pass background checks.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Retail or hospitality experience preferred.
• Must read, write, speak, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and guide them through selecting appropriate cannabis products.
• Register patients/caregivers in the system and verify IDs and recommendations.
• Educate patients on product types, uses, and dosage for conditions.
• Ensure labeling requirements are completed at check out and maintain HIPAA confidentiality.
• Assist in in-person and phone inquiries while ensuring compliance with state laws.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Tools

POS system

Metrc

Job description

Position Summary:

The Dispensary Associate is responsible for guiding guests through the process of selecting the appropriate medicine for their needs and by providing education of medical cannabis products. The dispensary associate is responsible for one-on-one interaction with guests from the time they walk in the store to the time they leave with their purchase and will provide excellent customer service while making the customer feel empowered and confident in their decision.

Essential Job Functions:

• Register patients/caregivers into the system using their patient ID card and photo identification used to obtain the card, verify the recommendation and status of the patient ID card with Metrc registry; confirm all required profile fields are complete; check guest into the POS system.
• Using Metrc, verify MME supply available when checking patient or caregiver in, when recommending a medication to avoid over administering medication, and at check out to make sure they are not being oversold.
• Adhere to any doctors’ notes in the system for dosing, medication type, and administration of medication.
• Provide education to patients on product types, uses, and dosage to ensure maximum benefit for their qualifying condition and symptoms.
• Confirm medication pulled matches the medication entered into the POS by checking product labels against the patients’ cart.
• Make certain all labeling requirements are completed at check out.
• Assist patients in person and by phone with inquiries and concerns.
• Adheres to and educates patients on Missouri laws and regulations as it relates to the Department of Health and Senior Services guidelines including methods of consumption and administration.
• Assist in daily inventory of cannabis and non-cannabis inventory.
• Responsible for communicating any activity or observations that are out of the ordinary.
• Ensure compliance with applicable state and local laws through all stages of the sale of medical cannabis.
• Provide support to the General Manager, as requested, to ensure daily operations of the dispensary run smoothly, properly, and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA.
• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have a high school diploma, or the equivalent
• Must be able to pass all background check requirements and obtain licensing as set forth by the Department of Health and Senior Services
• Retail or hospitality experience, preferred
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without an accommodation
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

This section outlines the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for the Dispensary Professional to be successful in their role. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list.

• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
• Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services and sales control systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; active listening skills
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to maintain composure during stressful situations
• Ability to maintain a positive and enthusiastic attitude
• Must have good computer skills with the ability to learn new software and programs quickly
• Must have an eye for details